Summer Lodge
Dorset, England
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About the Hotel
Two and a half hours from London, in the mid-Dorset village of Evershot, Summer Lodge Hotel is a captivating retreat. This privately owned luxury property, which includes the 300-year-old Ivy Cottage, derives from an 18th century manor house renovated by architect and author Thomas Hardy. Recent enhancements add contemporary allure to this venerable country hotel and Relais & Chateaux associate, as do a catering staff and acclaimed cuisine with vintage cellar selections.
Location
Summer Lodge
9 Fore Street
Dorset, England
DT2 0JR
Nearest Airport: LON
Features and Amenities
- On-Site Amenities
- Pool
- Activities
- Fishing
- Business
- Meeting Rooms
- Nearby
- Historic Sites
Reviews for Summer Lodge
Three nights at Summer Lodge in Dorset with our Westies Gabby & Ruby
First trip away in 9 years as we approach the end of life. A truly memorable occasion in a 5 star hotel taking our little westies away for the first time. They could not have done enough for us to make our 3 night stay on B&B and Evening meal better. Stunning grounds, great pub, superb food, and quite honestly the very best place I have ever stayed at for a short break. Not cheap but you get what you pay for. My wifes 79th birthday was made special by all these incredible people that run the hotel and my dogs got 5 start treatment. Lovely walks around in a charming village that took us back in time. I have been on many top class cruise ships in my time but this place made them look ordinary. Maybe we will still be alive in a few years to go again but for now we are reeling with 3 days of great memory and food to die for!
David Nicholas J - Salisbury, United Kingdom
Great stay!!
Service was exceptional the rooms are superbly decorated very spacious, quiet and comfortable. The outside grounds and surrounding area is lovely and we had a lovely time as well at their pub the Acorn .
Tom W - Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
Excellent Relaxing Spa Experience.
We had a lovely relaxing Spa Experience. The facilities were very good and the team made us feel very welcome and relaxed. The gluten and dairy free Cream Tea was perfect.
Susan B - Dorchester, United Kingdom
Superb
We stayed for the weekend. It’s an absolutely amazing hotel. All of the staff are incredibly attentive. Hotel has a lovely atmosphere. Food in the restaurant stunning. Cannot fault it at all. The whole dining experience just wonderful. Lovely cosy bar areas. We had a beautiful and comfy room. Spa is also very relaxing. We will definitely return one day for another treat . This was our third visit .
freespiritDorset - Dorset
Sarah in the rose garden deserves a special mention - a wonderful hotel with a friendly hard working team
A wonderful stay. The welcome was very kind. A notice about the current works so a diversion around the works in the village which was easy enough thank you for letting us know. Sarah deserves a special mention - one of the amazing gardeners. Sarah had just finished pruning the rose garden - it looked fabulous. Had a lovely walk around the grounds at sunset wonderful. Very much looking forward to our drinks in the bar and the lovely restaurant. 5 Stars - very happy. Thanks again to Sarah - excellent guest rapport, you have a special member of staff here.
Harry C - Orlando, Florida
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Summer Lodge in Dorset, England is a class above the rest. Our room had a copper bath with a book holder, a candle holder and a holder for two champagne flutes—that’s what I call attention to detail. The food is of Michelin-starred quality. The staff is attentive and professional, like the French sommelier who guided us towards more obscure and daring vintages, and hit the spot each time.
-V. Vidal
